Ribbleton Avenue Infant School
87%
Capacity
229
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Ribbleton Avenue Infant School
Ribbleton Avenue Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ribbleton Avenue Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Bishop, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
Ribbleton Avenue Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 58 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Ribbleton Avenue Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (21 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ribbleton Avenue Infant School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Chess, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Ribbleton Avenue Infant School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ribbleton Avenue, Preston, Preston, PR1 5RU |
| Headteacher | Emma Bishop |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.9% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 262 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
21 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
154
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ribbleton Avenue, Preston
Preston, PR1 5RU
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